National Human Rights Commission of Korea Annual Report 2022
Report
on the Human Rights of Individuals with Mental Disorders and
Policy Monitoring
In the 2021 Report on the Human Rights of Individuals with Mental Disorders, the
Commission put forth recommendations for seven significant key initiatives along with detailed
implementation tasks. However, as many of these recommended tasks necessitate mid- to longterm implementation, there is a need for continuous monitoring to ensure that both the central
and local governments effectively carry out these tasks.
To address this, the Commission established the Forum on the Rights of Individuals with
Mental Disorders in 2022, which includes opinion leaders from organizations representing
individuals with mental disorders and their families, as well as relevant institutions. From April
19 to July 19, a total of six policy forums were conducted, focusing on the implementation tasks
outlined in the Report on the Human Rights of Individuals with Mental Disorders, as well as
current human rights issues. The forums delved into various topics, including rehabilitation
services, the institutionalization of support for individuals and families, crisis intervention
for individuals with mental disorders, medical services in mental health institutions, and
improvements in laws and regulations pertaining to individuals with mental disorders.
The Forum on the Rights of Individuals with Mental Disorders was broadcasted
simultaneously on site and on the Commission’s YouTube channel. Various stakeholders,
including individuals with mental disorders, their families, and relevant organizations, participated
in each forum to review policy progress, engage in key discussions, and make proposals.
E. Rights of Migrants and Refugees
National Conference on Migrant Rights
In 2019, the Commission held the inaugural National Conference on Migrant Rights to
combat racial discrimination. Due to the dynamic changes in the immigration landscape
caused by COVID-19, it became necessary to address and strategize a response to the new
government’s immigration policies and the 4th Basic Plan for Foreigner Policy. Based on this
urgent need, the Commission organized the 2nd National Conference on Migrant Rights on
August 23-24 to facilitate discussions and strategy development.
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